Derating

Curve

Ambient Temperature (°C)

100

80

60

40

20

0

Dissipation as a function of temperature.

Potentiometers covered by this specification are derated from 100%

rated dissipation at 40°C to zero dissipation at 100°C.

Linear Law 100% - 0.2W

Non-Linear Law 100% - 0.1W

-40

0

40

70

100

Snap-In Shafts and Edgewheels -

For Standalone Modules

The diagram illustrates the snap-in part of a plastic actuator which can be used to rotate the Series 51

Standalone module.

Accessory Options -

For Standalone Modules

At the date of publication the following mould tools exist for plug in accessories:

Shafts 60 mm long x 6 mm diameter

with knurl end and screwdriver slot colour black

Shafts 30 mm long x 6 mm diameter

with knurl end and screwdriver slot colour black

Shafts 20 mm long x 6 mm diameter

with knurl end and screwdriver slot colour black

Shafts 10 mm long x 6 mm diameter

with knurl end and screwdriver slot colour black

Edgewheel for horizontal modules 25mm diameter colour black.

Thumbwheel Actuating Devices

Literature No. 1773117

Issued: 08-08

Dimensions are shown for

reference purposes only.

Dimensions are in

millimetres unless

otherwise specified.

Specifications subject to

change.

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Type 51 Series

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Dimensions

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Type 53 Vertical